Minnesota Eviction Process
Court: District Court (Housing Calendar) in the county where property is located
(uncontested)
(contested)
Notice Types
14-Day Notice to Pay or Vacate
Must state exact amount owed. Tenant has right to pay and remain.
14-Day Notice to Cure or Vacate
For material lease violations. Must specify the breach.
30-Day Notice to Terminate
Month-to-month termination. Must align with rental period.
Step-by-Step Process
Serve written notice
Personal delivery or mail. Keep proof of service.
Wait 14 days +14 days
14 days for nonpayment and violations. 30 days for no-fault.
File eviction (unlawful detainer) action +1 days
File at District Court Housing Calendar. Hearing set 7-14 days out. Pay filing fee.
Summons served on tenant +5 days
Process server or sheriff. Must be served before hearing.
Housing Court hearing +7 days
Both parties appear. Minnesota housing court is active — many tenants have legal representation.
Order for eviction +1 days
If landlord prevails: writ of recovery of premises issued.
Sheriff executes writ +7 days
Sheriff posts notice and executes. Tenant must vacate.
Key Warnings
- St. Paul has rent stabilization ordinance (Ordinance 22-39) — limits rent increases to 3% annually. Check if applicable.
- Minneapolis has a tenant screening ordinance restricting use of criminal history.
- Self-help eviction is illegal — Minn. Stat. §504B.231.
- Minnesota has active tenant legal aid network — expect representation in contested cases.
Court & Filing Details
| Court | District Court (Housing Calendar) in the county where property is located |
|---|---|
| Filing Fee | $285–$310 depending on county |
| Statute | Minnesota Statutes §§504B.001 et seq. (Landlord-Tenant); §504B.285 (unlawful detainer) |
| Find the Court | District Court Housing Calendar in the county where property is located |
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